Practice Exam #1- California
Cosmetology State Board
Questions and Answers 100%
PASS
A fold of skin overlapping both sides of the nail, may extend as far as the first knuckle:—
ANSWER-Eponychium
The area from the nail root to the free edge, contains no blood vessels/nerves:—ANSWER-
Nail plate/nail body
Onychophagy refers to:—ANSWER-Bitten nails
The technical term for bitten nails:—ANSWER-Onychophagy
Improper trimming of toenails may result in :—ANSWER-Onychocryptosis
High quality brushes to fashion acrylic nails are usually made from:—ANSWER-Sable
Which governmental agency mandates the use of a P.D Test prior to using aniline tints?—
ANSWER-FDA
Which governmental regulates cosmetics in the U.S?—ANSWER-FDA
Which agency regulates and approves the efficacy of products for infection control?—
ANSWER-EPA
, Which governmental agency enforces health and safety standards for the workplace?—
ANSWER-OSHA
"Fallen Hair" is:—ANSWER-Non-Remy
The point where the nail enters the skin at the base of the nail is referred to as:—ANSWER-
Eponychium
The tissue between the free edge of the nail (distal edge) is known as the:—ANSWER-
Hyponychium
Pterygium refers to:—ANSWER-Forward growth of the cuticle
In the shears over comb method, holding the comb flat against the head will:—ANSWER-
Make the hair longer
The most commonly used elevations in haircutting are:—ANSWER-45 degrees and 90
degrees
An angle below 90 degrees, is used primarily to:—ANSWER-Build weight
Angles above 90 degrees are used to:—ANSWER-Remove weight
A "Blunt Cut" is sometimes referred to as:—ANSWER-Zero elevation, solid form, one length
Double notched thinning shears:—ANSWER-Both blades are serrated
A blunt cut is a good technique for:—ANSWER-Fine hair
Using "double notched" shears will:—ANSWER-Remove less hair than single notched
A uniform layered cut (same length throughout) is cut at what angle/degree?—ANSWER-90
A haircut using a 0 degree/angle is referred to as:—ANSWER-Blunt cut, BOB, solid form
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Cosmetology State Board
Questions and Answers 100%
PASS
A fold of skin overlapping both sides of the nail, may extend as far as the first knuckle:—
ANSWER-Eponychium
The area from the nail root to the free edge, contains no blood vessels/nerves:—ANSWER-
Nail plate/nail body
Onychophagy refers to:—ANSWER-Bitten nails
The technical term for bitten nails:—ANSWER-Onychophagy
Improper trimming of toenails may result in :—ANSWER-Onychocryptosis
High quality brushes to fashion acrylic nails are usually made from:—ANSWER-Sable
Which governmental agency mandates the use of a P.D Test prior to using aniline tints?—
ANSWER-FDA
Which governmental regulates cosmetics in the U.S?—ANSWER-FDA
Which agency regulates and approves the efficacy of products for infection control?—
ANSWER-EPA
, Which governmental agency enforces health and safety standards for the workplace?—
ANSWER-OSHA
"Fallen Hair" is:—ANSWER-Non-Remy
The point where the nail enters the skin at the base of the nail is referred to as:—ANSWER-
Eponychium
The tissue between the free edge of the nail (distal edge) is known as the:—ANSWER-
Hyponychium
Pterygium refers to:—ANSWER-Forward growth of the cuticle
In the shears over comb method, holding the comb flat against the head will:—ANSWER-
Make the hair longer
The most commonly used elevations in haircutting are:—ANSWER-45 degrees and 90
degrees
An angle below 90 degrees, is used primarily to:—ANSWER-Build weight
Angles above 90 degrees are used to:—ANSWER-Remove weight
A "Blunt Cut" is sometimes referred to as:—ANSWER-Zero elevation, solid form, one length
Double notched thinning shears:—ANSWER-Both blades are serrated
A blunt cut is a good technique for:—ANSWER-Fine hair
Using "double notched" shears will:—ANSWER-Remove less hair than single notched
A uniform layered cut (same length throughout) is cut at what angle/degree?—ANSWER-90
A haircut using a 0 degree/angle is referred to as:—ANSWER-Blunt cut, BOB, solid form
© 2026 Copyright. All Rights Reserved. This document is
protected by copyright law, Copyrighted By Brittie Donald
